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The Sun Advisory Panel is a global community of Sun customers and technology users that want to influence the development and continuous improvement of Sun products and services. Panel members are invited to participate in discussions, surveys and pilot programs based on their experience and interests.

 

At a Glance

Members can choose to participate with Sun in many ways, including:

  • Online surveys: Short surveys (less than 10 minutes) and longer surveys (10-20 minutes) delivered online
  • Online bulletin boards: 2-3 open-ended questions posted on an online bulletin board each day for a period of 3 or 4 days
  • Focus groups: Moderated discussion with 4-8 participants either in-person or via Webcast/concall
  • 1:1 In-depth interviews: approximately 30-60 minutes in length
  • Services Advisory Board: Quarterly 90-minute focus groups via Webcast/concall focused on Sun Services research
  • Sun Forums: 1-3 day in-person Sun events with large numbers of participants
  • Beta and early adopter programs: pilot programs for new products and services
  • Other activities

Sun Participation Rewards

Sun appreciates your time and opinions. By joining the Sun Advisory Panel, members are automatically enrolled in the Sun Participation Rewards program. For each qualifying activity, panel members will have the opportunity to earn points that are redeemable for merchandise, gift cards, or to make a charitable donation. You'll earn points just for registering in the program so you'll be on your way to earning great rewards from day one!

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What do our customers like about participating?

"I like having the opportunity to provide feedback on a variety of topics and see how that feedback is used when I receive the post-meeting notes."

"Having a voice in the direction of Sun and Sun Services."

"It involves advanced users with lots of practical experience."

"Being able to express my views and the fact that they are valued!"

"Seeing new Sun initiatives before the public."


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